An ethical principle based on the idea that an individual should maximize their own self-interests is called
A)unethical egoism.
B)ethical egoism.
C)conscience egoism.
D)conventional egoism.

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Ethical egoism asserts that individuals should act in their own self-interest, and that doing so is morally right. This is different from unethical egoism, which holds that individuals should act in their own self-interest even if it harms others, and is widely considered to be morally unacceptable. Conscience egoism and conventional egoism are not recognized ethical principles.

An Ethical Principle Based on the Idea That an Individual